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Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju is asking the Kogi Central senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to substantiate her claims of sexual harassment against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, by providing evidence.
Addressing newsmen in Abuja on national matters, the activist noted that although the timing of the allegation was wrong, the suspended lawmaker could nonetheless get a chance with rights organisations if she justifies her position with proof.
According to Adeyanju, without verifiable proof, Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claims would remain mere accusations.
Akpoti-Uduaghan recently accused Akpabio of making inappropriate advances during a visit to his residence in December 2023.
Following these allegations, the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions reviewed her conduct and recommended a six-month suspension, which the Senate approved.
The suspension includes additional penalties: her Senate office will be locked, salaries and allowances withheld, security details withdrawn, prohibition from official representation, and restriction from entering the National Assembly premises during the suspension.
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